Paul Weitzel from Tube Research Labs

I am very saddened that Paul has passed. He was very helpful to me when I needed it. Paul was a great audio designer that built me the best preamp I have ever owned and still use daily....the Dude preamp. 
Paul was more then happy to talk audio with me but the time I brought up my other passion, ice fishing in northern Mn, well,  it's all he wanted to talk about. I appreciated that he had such interest in my other endeavors. 
   He won't be there to call on now but I will always remember our talks together. 
R.I.P. Paul, you will be missed !

What sad news RIP Paul and condolences to his family.

This is indeed sad news. Paul was very generous with his knowledge and opinions about audio. My condolences go out to his brother Brian and the rest of their family.   

Very sad news.  Truly a stand-up, honest and kind man.  We have lost one of the good guys.  My condolences to Brian and his family as well.

Very sad indeed at this news. I've known Paul via the phone for several years. I always looked forward to our conversations. We spoke about my Dude, audio in general, the care of our parents, fishing, and the latest news, sometimes for hours. 

I believe if Paul had ever tried to go mainstream with his products like the Dude, Samsons, and his incredible tube amps he would be assured a place in the first tier of audio designers. 

As it is, he's on my A list as an audiophile, inventor, and most of all friend. 

R.I.P. Paul.